Jonah vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jonah

Boy #126 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dove"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Jonah Rank #126

Gavin Rank #254

Jonah is more popular, ranked #126 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Jonah or Gavin more popular?

Jonah is more popular, ranked #126 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Jonah and Gavin mean?

Jonah means "dove" (Hebrew origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Jonah and Gavin boy or girl names?

Jonah is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.